Instructor, Microbiology (Part-Time

Description

Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) is Wisconsin's largest andmost diverse technical college, offering 170+ high-quality programs that connect students to a career in as little as one to two years.

The college also offers a less expensive path to a four-year degree. MATC is transforming lives, industry and our community by preparing students today for the careers of tomorrow. Together, weare meeting the needs of the community we share and are focused on students with the greatest needs. We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team who shares the same passion in servingthis purpose.

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Three (3) part-time vacancies, working up to 19 hoursper week, hours vary based on departmental needs. This is an academic year position which typically runs from mid
- August through mid-May.

Under the supervision of the Dean or designee, to teach classroomand laboratory courses in Microbiology. Related duties may includecurriculum development, maintenance of science laboratories;participation in departmental, divisional, and MATC- and WTCS-wide activities to promote teaching and learning; and other duties as assigned.

• Prepare for and deliver instruction and performteaching-related activities.
• Manage the classroom/laboratory.
• Develop curriculum and monitor and revise as appropriate to maintain course effectiveness; assist in program evaluation.
• Manage equipment, supplies and materials.
• Assess student performance and advise students on academicissues.
• Collaborate with advisory committee in program area.
• Attend departmental and institutional meetings.
• Promote the education/training program, participate in effortsto recruit and retain students, and participate in efforts tomarket MATC.
• Support student organizations and activities.
• Develop relationships with business and industry.
• Complete program evaluation and follow-up.
• Maintain certification, continue professional development andstay current in field.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Must have one (1) of the following:

• A Master’s degree in Microbiology (Virology, Bacteriology,Parasitology or Mycology)
• OR
• A Master's degree and eighteen (18) graduate credits in Microbiology.

Occupational Experience

Required:

None

Preferred:
Two (2) years of post-secondary teaching experience preferred.

• Coursework in education slated to the delivery of Life Sciencesinstruction is preferred.
• Occupational experience in a microbiology laboratory or the medical field is preferred.
• Experience in proposal development and grant writing is preferred.
• Knowledge or experience with engaged and service learningstrongly preferred.
• Must be able to communicate effectively through both oral and written means.
• Must have knowledge of assessment of student academic achievement techniques.
• Must meet State of Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS) instructionhttp://systemattic.wtcsystem.edu/certification/default.htm
• Must meet Higher Learning Commission (HLC) standards (if applicable).
• Must have knowledge of assessment of student academic achievement techniques.
• Must be able to relate successfully with students and staff ofdiverse cultural, social and educational backgrounds.
• Teaching – Must embrace and demonstrate the MATC Core Abilitiesin development and delivery of instruction.

• Understanding Students and Fostering Student Success
• Classroom Management
• Planning/Organization
• Content Mastery and Currency
• Teaching Methodology
• Assessment of Student Learning
• Professional Contributions